Start Dates:
You can start this course at any time during the year. Typically it will take 12 months to achieve.
Attendance:
Classes for this course are currently on a Friday morning. However, this is subject to change. This diploma also has one to one assessment and mandatory observations of practice in the workplace.
Adults entering, volunteering or working in a teaching assistant role. It is suitable for learners working in roles that support pupils' learning including teaching assistants, learning support assistants and special needs assistants.
Before you start this course you must be employed or be volunteering in the role of a teaching assistant for a minimum of 12 hours per week for the duration of the course. Before you commence this course you must have a letter or email from your employer confirming that they agree to support you, and will give permission for the assessors to observe you in the classroom. There are no specific entry requirements for this course. However, your employer may require you to have a Level 2/Grade 4 or equivalent in Maths and English.
You may be eligible to do this course for free, if you do not already hold a level 2 or 3 qualification or if you receive certain state benefits. This course can also be funded on a full cost basis.
This course can be fully funded depending on your eligibility. The cost is £1417.00. You can also apply for our bursary to help towards costs including travel, books and meals.